Eskom Power Station Learnership & Graduate Programme

Eskom is offering a comprehensive Learnership and Graduate Internship Programme for 2026 at its Tutuka Power Station. This initiative provides a unique opportunity for aspiring artisans, engineers, and plant operators to gain invaluable institutionalised and on-the-job training within South Africa's critical energy sector. Participants will be immersed in a dynamic operational environment, contributing to the generation of electricity while developing essential skills and knowledge. This programme is designed to cultivate the next generation of technical talent, ensuring a pipeline of skilled professionals ready to tackle the challenges of power generation and maintenance. Successful candidates will benefit from a structured learning path, mentorship from experienced professionals, and practical exposure to state-of-the-art power station technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• For Learner Artisans: Engage in hands-on training across mechanical, electrical, and control & instrumentation (C&I) trades. This includes assisting with routine maintenance, fault finding, repairs, and installations of power generation equipment, ensuring adherence to safety standards and operational procedures.
• For Engineer in Training: Participate in various engineering projects within the Engineering and Operating Departments. Responsibilities may include conducting technical analyses, assisting with design and implementation of solutions, optimising plant performance, and contributing to operational efficiency across disciplines such as Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Process, Metallurgy, Chemical, or Civil Engineering.
• For Learner Plant Operators: Undergo rigorous training in the monitoring and control of power plant systems. This involves learning to operate various equipment, conducting routine inspections, responding to operational anomalies, and ensuring the safe and efficient generation of electricity, all while adhering to strict safety and environmental regulations.
• Actively participate in all institutionalised and practical on-the-job training modules.
• Adhere strictly to all company policies, safety regulations, and operational procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of training progress, tasks performed, and lessons learned.
• Collaborate effectively with team members, supervisors, and other departments to achieve operational goals.

Why Join the Company

Joining Eskom means becoming part of a national imperative, contributing directly to South Africa's energy security and economic development. As a participant in this programme, you will gain unparalleled exposure to large-scale industrial operations and complex engineering challenges. Eskom is committed to developing its workforce through structured training, mentorship, and continuous learning opportunities, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation. You will work alongside industry experts, acquiring practical skills and theoretical knowledge that are highly valued across the engineering and technical sectors. This programme serves as a robust foundation for a long-term career within Eskom or the broader energy industry, offering clear pathways for professional growth and specialisation in critical fields. The Tutuka Power Station provides a unique environment to learn about the intricacies of power generation from the ground up, making this an exceptional opportunity for career launch and development.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit their applications online and quote both the reference number and the training programme for which they are applying. Please use the specific links provided for each programme type:

• For Eskom Learner Artisan Mechanical, Electrical and C&I Programme 2026, apply via: Click here to apply (Reference Number: eskom_006746)
• For Eskom Engineer in Training – Engineering Department 2026, apply via: Click here to apply (Reference Number: eskom_006743)
• For Eskom Engineer in Training – Operating Department 2026, apply via: Click here to apply (Reference Number: eskom_006741)
• For Eskom Learner Plant Operator Opportunities, please refer to the main application portal and search for Reference Number: eskom_006740.

* Salary is estimated based on market research and may not be accurate.

• Applicants must be South African citizens.

• For Learner Artisan opportunities, applicants must meet one of the following qualification routes:

  • National N6 Certificate with relevant Mechanical, Electrical or Electronics trade subjects, or an N4/N5 Certificate with trade subjects.

  • Grade 12 with Mathematics 50%, Physical Science 50% and English 40%.

  • N3 with Mathematics 50%, Engineering Science 50% and English 40%.

  • NCV Level 4 with Mathematics 50%, Science 50% and English 40%.

• For Engineer in Training opportunities, applicants must have a fully completed BEng or BSc Engineering degree in one of the following disciplines: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Process Engineering, Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering or Civil Engineering.

• For Learner Plant Operator opportunities, applicants must meet one of the following qualification routes:

  • Grade 12 with Mathematics 50%, Physical Science 50% and English 40%.

  • N3 with Mathematics 50%, Science 50% and English 40%.

  • NCV Level 4 with Mathematics 50%, Science 50% and English 40%.

  • National N4/N5 Certificate with Trade Subjects, National N6 Certificate with Trade Subjects, National Diploma, BTech, BEng or BSc.